how do I create “ORIGINAL” art?? + cozy sketchbook session

Running a small art business is full of ups, downs, challenges, and wins, and it’s all part of the journey. Y’all have been asking some amazing questions, and I’m so excited to answer them! In today’s art vlog, we’ll be doing some gouache sketchbook paintings and chatting about everything from finding artistic inspiration, the movies that have impacted my art style, and the best advice for artists on social media. BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO GOUACHE PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPGEdYwmxookLnxWutBrYN_CDzYIzX2wo SOCIALS AND SHOP: Website/Shop: https://www.allisonaletha.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allisonaletha Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AllisonAletha Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllisonAlethaIllustrations/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonalethaillustrations/ Business Inquiries: allisonaletha@outlook.com SUPPLIES USED: Winsor and Newton Gouache https://amzn.to/3JOfeDY ETCHR brushes: https://amzn.to/3jeMM4G Deleter Ink Pen https://amzn.to/3yugVm7 As part of the Amazon Affiliate Program, I may earn a small commission for my endorsement, recommendation, testimonial, or link to any products or services from this website. 0:00 Intro 0:56 How long have I been painting with gouache? 2:48 How many sketchbooks have I filled? 3:25 How do I come up with original ideas? 4:27 Have I ever thought of doing tattoos? 4:55 How did I really start as an artist? 5:54 What inspires me, and who are my art heroes? 8:14 How does my faith play a role in my art? 9:23 What is my favorite color and why? 9:53: Have I tried these brushes? 10:11 What are my favorite gouache brands, and tips for beginner gouache painters? 10:53 What techniques do I use to motivate myself for a painting, how many hours do I spend painting daily, and what are my favorite color combos? 11:58 What is my favorite gouache tube color? 12:22 What are my non-art hobbies? 12:58 Will there be Bits and Bobbles plushies in the future? 13:30 What are my MVP art tools? 13:49 Advice for starting commissions 14:25 How did I learn to draw, and what books do I recommend? 16:23 What animated movies and TV shows have influenced my art style? 17:11 How do I make stickers from traditional paintings? 17:59 How do I choose colors? 18:40 What I tell myself when I hate my art 19:19 Best social media advice for artists 20:08 My favorite paintings 20:53 What is the best advice I've ever received? Sound effects from Zapsplat STUDY AND RELAX Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/study-and-relax License code: YFOPQBTAEERWKNJI